Jed Pennington
Wilson Solicitors LLPWilson Solicitors LLP
Client SatisfactionWilson Solicitors LLP is a claimant-focused practice that regularly acts for children, individuals with disabilities, and victims of trafficking. The team is co-led by Nina Rathbone Pullen and Katy Robinson. Pullen focusses on cases relating to human trafficking and unlawful detention, while Robinson advises on migrant rights. Jed Pennington is recommended for his capabilities with judicial reviews concerning unlawful treatment within the immigration system.
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Testimonials
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‘They are very strong and respected players in the field of immigration and human rights.’
'Jed Pennington is outstanding; a committed but realistic and highly effective lawyer.'
- ‘Nusrat Uddin has excellent contacts amongst NGOs and a real drive to make a difference to society. She is doing really ground-breaking work at the intersection of administrative and procurement law.’
- 'Danny Bayraktarova is establishing a practice in police law and accountability on the side of the victims. She is thoughtful and takes on cases where others can't see the way through - and wins.'
- 'Katie Robinson is brilliant and has a strategic mind.'
- 'Danny Bayraktarova really stands out. She is a superb junior solicitor, incredibly dedicated to her clients, and very hard-working.’
- 'Serena Fasso is truly excellent. She is highly experienced in representing vulnerable clients both in immigration and community care matters. She is approachable, effective, and creative.'
- 'A phenomenal team and the real leaders in migrant support law.'
Key clients
- Medical Justice
- All the Citizens
Work highlights
- Acting in a judicial review concerning 10 individuals who were detained at the Manston detention facility.
- Acting for Migrants Organise, as well as individual clients, in potential challenges to the Home Office’s proposed use of the Bibby Stockholm barge to accommodate asylum seekers in Portland.
- Acting for a victim of trafficking in a Supreme Court case, in which the client successfully established that a diplomat is not immune from civil claims of trafficking and domestic servitude.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Nina Rathbone Pullen, Katy Robinson